Nurses and Caregivers: The Backbone of Compassionate Healthcare in South Africa
Nurses and caregivers are the backbone of South Africa’s healthcare system, offering medical, emotional, and psychological support to patients. Despite challenges like burnout and under-resourced hospitals, their dedication keeps healthcare running. Investing in their well-being is key to a healthier future.
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Anaesthesiologists: A vital role-player in safe and quality healthcare
An anesthesiologist is a medical doctor specialising in the practice of anaesthesia. The practice of anaesthesia entails caring for patients before, during and after operations that require sedation.
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Bikram Yoga for beginners
The discipline of Bikram yoga was pioneered in the early 1970s by Indian yoga guru Bikram Choudhury. Bikram Yoga is an intense, heated and action-packed discipline under the broad umbrella of various yoga styles. Each class is composed of a set sequence of 96 postures and two breathing exercises. All Bikram classes are taught by certified Bikram instructors who have completed a nine-week training programme developed by Bikram Choudhury.
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Aerobics
Aerobics I’m pretty sure that I can guess what came to mind: neon, leg warmers and some I-wonder-if-that-will-come-back again blue eye shadow. However, aerobics is far more of a vigorous form of exercise than the spandex-wearing ladies of the 80’s would lead you to believe. What is Aerobics? Aerobics is a specific form of cardio that focuses on upping your heart rate and hopefully lessening the scale. The upbeat practice focuses on cardio-vascular based exercises as well as combining strength training, muscle toning and flexibility. It’s p
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Common stress triggers of the 21st century
Stress is a common physical and mental setback in the fast-paced era of the 21st century. With massive technological development, fast-paced career advances and the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, it is no surprise that many people struggle with stress. Knowing common stress triggers can be a useful weapon for fighting back against the dangerous effects of too much stress. Read on to find out which common aspects of daily life in the 21st century can contribute to unhealthy levels of stress in your life:
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The top five warning signs of depression
Warning signs of depression, as opposed to risk factors for depression, are indicators that suggest a person could be experiencing a dip in their mental health or, possibly, depression. Look out for these tell-tale signs of depression to help you determine the status of someone’s mental health:
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What Does a Holistic Psychologist Do? Exploring Their Unique Approach to Mental Health
Holistic psychologists address mental health from a mind-body-spirit perspective, offering personalised care that includes mindfulness, somatic therapy, and more. Learn how their unique approach leads to lasting change and overall well-being.
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Kundalini Yoga
Kundalini Yoga. Yoga is an incredible practice that includes many different facets. There are a variety of different types of yoga that hold many different benefits. Yoga is a form of exercise that focuses not only on the body, but places a large amount of focus on the mind and spirit. It is important to find the kind of yoga that aligns with what you wish to gain in order for your practice to be as enjoyable as possible. Kundalini Yoga, specifically, is a practice that is energizing and uplifting. It makes direct use of meditation, dynamic
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Trigger Point Therapy for Stress Relief: How It Can Help You Relax
By releasing tension in the muscles, improving circulation, and enhancing body awareness, this therapy can help break the cycle of stress and discomfort that many of us experience.
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Is life passing you by?
Is life passing you by while you wait for the 'perfect' time to realize your dreams, goals or desires? For example, some may put off their dreams until ‘the kids are in school’, or ‘the kids are out the house’. However, it is important to realise that there will never be a perfect time and the moment is right now! By waiting for the so-called ‘perfect time’, we are in fact postponing our own happiness in life.
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Common Hair Care Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting a Hairdresser
Clear communication, hair health, and realistic expectations are key to a successful visit to your hairdresser. Learn how to avoid common mistakes for beautiful, healthy hair.
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Navigating Frail Care Centres: Providing Compassionate Support for the Elderly in South Africa
Frail care centres provide round-the-clock care and supervision to ensure that residents' needs are met at all times.
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Sports Coach
Sports Coaches Whether you played social soccer as a child or you moved onto playing professional tennis, there is no doubt that a dedicated and committed sports coach can make a huge impact on how well you perform both physically and mentally. A Sports Coach can have varying qualifications depending on the level of professionalism of the sport that they teach. They may be somebody who excelled at sport in school, an ex-professional sportsman or even somebody who studied sports science at a university. The Benefits of a Sports Coach • They k
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Understanding Acne Skin Peels: How They Work and What to Expect
Learn how Acne Skin Peels work to exfoliate, reduce acne scars, and reveal healthier, clearer skin. Prepare for your treatment with tips on what to expect before, during, and after your peel for the best results.
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The Science Behind Meridian Therapy: Does It Really Work?
Explore the science behind Meridian Therapy—a holistic approach to health that relieves pain, reduces stress, and promotes emotional balance through ancient techniques like acupuncture and tapping. Learn how this practice bridges traditional wisdom and modern wellness trends.
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Everything you need to know about barre classes
Barre-based classes are an increasingly popular form of exercise that originate from ballet. These classes are structured around a long horizontal barre positioned in front of a mirror. The barre is used to perform various poses and exercises on and the mirror allows one to check one’s posture, position and movements.
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Myotherapy
Myotherapy Myotherapy is a form of physical therapy that focuses on treating as well as preventing both soft tissue pain and compromised joint movement. Both of these ailments are cause of myofascia dysfunction. Myofascia is the substance that makes up ligaments and tendons, as well as surrounding muscles and separating muscles from one another. Soft Tissue Pain Symptoms You may benefit from seeing a Myotherapist if any of these symptoms have been present: - Stiff joints - Tingling or ‘pins and needles’ - Fatigue - Numbness - Constant pain
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